1956 Citroen DS vs. 1956 Maserati 250
To start off, both 1956 Citroen DS and 1956 Maserati 250 were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 588 kg more than 1956 Maserati 250.
Because 1956 Maserati 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Maserati 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1956 Maserati 250 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | DS | 250 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 670 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2290 mm |